Children prepare for kindergarten by engaging in language arts, mathematics, art, and music. This fun introduction enhances their readiness for both the social and academic settings of elementary school. Students must be five years old by Sept. 1, 2023.

Designed to help ease the transition from kindergarten to 1st grade, students will engage in creative, thematic activities that reinforce reading and mathematics. As students are introduced to the 1st-grade curriculum, they will gain skills for academic success. Students must be six years old by Sept. 1, 2023.

Students will learn the principles and elements of art and design through the exploration and creation of 3D art including 3D printing, assemblage, engineering, and the study of other artists and art career and technology.

No matter when or where, we can take you there! Students will travel through time and space, study important world events, explore ancient cultures, and marvel at the art they created. Students will share their discoveries in a variety of fun and engaging formats, ranging from hieroglyphics on hand made papyrus, to art that echoes the masterpieces of earlier days. This class is designed for students of all levels of academic ability. Although this class has as its primary focus social studies, language arts, and visual art, math and science will be integrated through a variety of activities connected to the topics we are exploring.

Do you want to be a Twenty-First Century Renaissance person? Build your knowledge and creativity by not only studying literature and art, but creating it. By immersing yourself in contemporary short stories, writing in a variety of genres including fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, you will also learn about the lives of renowned artists and create your own artworks based on their unique styles. Students will leave with a portfolio of work.

Using papier-mache, glitter, paint, and a variety of other feathery and fun materials, students will create a fantasy landscape and the creatures that live there.

Come and experiment and build skills with a wide range of media, techniques and “concepts in art” from drawing and painting to sculpture, clay and mixed media. Students will learn by looking at the work of a wide range of historical and contemporary artists, focusing in particularly on underrepresented and less well-known artists as inspiration for self-expression and communication.

No auditions needed to join this rock band! Instruction on the guitar, bass, drums, and keyboard will be provided at various levels. Get ready to rock a mini concert on the last day of the program.

Draw, design, and bring your creations to life using clay. We will learn different ceramics techniques in hand-building, surface design, sgraffito, and tile work. Make your imagination come alive in 3D!

Students will learn the exciting art and technology of robotics, from mechanical design to programming, and strengthen their knowledge of algebra. Students will build important teamwork and problem-solving skills as well. This class is available for all levels of experience.

The ancient game of chess develops skills in spatial relationships, awareness of consequences, and planning ahead. Beginners learn the basics of the game that can lead to a lifetime of study. Students who already possess a working knowledge of the game can take intermediate chess, while more experienced players can continue to hone their skills in advanced chess.

Multiplication will come alive as students focus on mastering multiplication tables in a low stress, high energy, learning environment. Students will learn to multiply like a wizard and will master division concepts with the roll of a dice.

Get moving in this class designed to build flexibility, muscle strength, and endurance through fun, outdoor activities. Students will develop teamwork skills and build self-confidence as they take on new physical challenges and play games including capture the flag, circle run, relay racing, and more!

Order in the court! Students will learn how our justice system works through role-playing key court players, from judges and lawyers to witnesses. Class will include three mock trials structured like real criminal and civil cases. Students will also develop critical-thinking and public-speaking skills.

Take a dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math through exploration and building projects using a variety of materials. This course will give students support starting with conception through design to finished product using their imaginations.

Exploring music and rhythm activities from all over the world will serve as a foundation for greater learning. A showcase will take place at the end of the session, and instruments will be provided. Partnership with MiniBop Music.

Students will see how fantasy worlds are created, and look at the characters and mythology of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Pokemon, and more. Various board games and adventures will be used to inspire students to create their own fantasy world, and we’ll see connects to different media and careers. Students will also create a role playing character and learn how to paint fantasy miniature figures.

Through hands-on culinary exploration students are introduced to the joys of cooking and learn about nutrition through the use of math and science. Each student will participate in the preparation of basic recipes from many cultures and, of course, taste their creations. Students with food allergies should contact us before registering.

Take your cooking to the next level! Students will build on culinary skills and techniques, craft delectable delicacies inspired by cuisine of various cultures, and participate in a Master Chef challenge that will amaze the judges. Creativity, imagination, and application are keys to this cooking class. Students with food allergies should contact us before registering. This class is intended for students who already understand the basics of cooking and food prep.